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$56+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (CHI)

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FLL — CHI
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

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$98
(Priceline)

One-way from

$56
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$160

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3011:57 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$98
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Sat 10/188:33 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/227:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$101
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Tue 9/308:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/311:57 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$102
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Wed 10/18:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/67:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$103
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Wed 10/13:14 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/46:44 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$104
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Thu 10/164:18 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/234:59 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$105
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Thu 10/98:33 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/125:05 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$106
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Thu 10/28:27 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/57:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/193:58 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/68:41 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$108
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/159:30 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/186:00 amORD - FLL
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$109
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:00 amFLL - ORD
1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/64:53 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:30 pmFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/157:43 pmORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$112

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 12/12

9:25 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/15

5:05 am-9:09 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$98

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 10/30

4:18 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

11:55 am-3:57 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$106

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/1

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

7:43 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$135

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 11/14

3:58 pm-6:23 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$136

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/3

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

5:05 am-9:06 am

Nonstop3h 01m

$140

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/10

9:30 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$141

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/3

6:54 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/6

5:33 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$143

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

6:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$153

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/11

6:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/14

6:10 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$162

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 10/14

7:01 am-5:53 pm

1 stop11h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

6:18 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$162

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The best insider tips for Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Fort Lauderdale to Chicago trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra charges.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Southwest

Southwest offers free messaging and in-flight entertainment, perfect for staying connected during flights.


Southwest's open seating policy allows you to choose any available seat upon boarding.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus seats offer extra legroom, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's MileagePlus program allows pooling miles, beneficial for frequent travelers.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
FLL

FLL's color-coded terminals make navigation easy. Use the airport app for real-time parking info and guidance.

Read more about FLLby Paul Rubio
ORD

Take the 'L' train from ORD to downtown Chicago for a quick and cost-effective option, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the Orange Line for easy access from MDW to downtown Chicago, taking less than 30 minutes.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Fort Lauderdale with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FLL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

The most flights from FLL to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL), located 3.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. 6 airlines have flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 20 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $96, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $126 and $157, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $62. Users have also found prices from $72 and $77 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Fort Lauderdale - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Fort Lauderdale - Chicago Midway or Fort Lauderdale - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Fort Lauderdale, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (81%), United Airlines (78%), Air Canada( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is $58. On average you can expect to pay $479. The most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $85.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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